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Gear Review: Bikes Onboard

One of the best parts of arriving in a new port of call is the opportunity to go exploring—whether you’re looking for a place to get some food and drink, a secluded beach where you can kick back or somewhere to provision for the next leg of your journey. And what better way to do all that than by bicycle? But bikes are big, and space onboard is limited. Enter the folding bike—the cruiser’s best friend. Here is a selection of functional folding bikes. Grab one and stow it onboard for your next cruise. You’ll be glad you did.

Gear Review: Gocycle G2 Folding Electric Bike

The Gocycle G2 folding electric bike may be the most advanced folding bike you can stow onboard. The bike has an LED “dashboard” built into the handlebars that tells you your speed, what gear you’re in and the amount of battery life left in the motor.

Gear Review: Mariner D7 from Dahon

The Mariner D7 from Dahon is a commuter bike with an urban design, ready to eat up the pavement as you head out from the boat. The 7-speed cruiser has 20in wheels and features a rack over the back tire

Gear Review: the APEX from Vilano

The APEX from Vilano rides on 16in tires and sports Shimano’s six-speed Revo Twist Grip and a Shimano six-speed derailer.   

Gear Review: GOTHAM1 from Citizen Bike

The GOTHAM1 from Citizen Bike is a lightweight, no-frills ride that is easy to use and easy to stow. This is a one-speed bike that rides on 20in tires

S2L-X by Brompton

If you like making things your own, then you’ll want to check out the offerings from the folks at British bike builder Brompton. These guys make the cycle version of a bespoke Saville Row suit

Gear Review: SwissBike X50 by Montague

The SwissBike X50 from Montague is a multi-use folding bike, rugged enough to handle dirt roads in the islands while still being compact and easy to stow.

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Meet Me In Miami

This weekend a significant portion of the boating industry descended upon Miami for the annual Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. It’s a warm and

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SAIL Wins Big in Miami

For a third year in a row, SAIL Magazine has been recognized as the top magazine at the Boating Writers International annual awards.  SAIL led

Spica is a work in progress, but it’s rewarding work. Photo by Andy Schell

At the Helm: The Right Rig

I wrote recently about my ongoing project to redesign the mast and sailplan on our family boat, a 1971 OE 36 called Spica. I’ve agonized

In the twilight years, how do you want to remember your life? Photo  by Zuzana Prochazka

Aging Gracefully: Who needs it?

I’m not patient, laid-back, or compliant so when I hear the expression “age gracefully” all my hairs stand up. It’s unlikely for me to go

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March Issue Sneak Peek

Another issue is off to the printer and on the way to your house! March is our offshore issue, so there are plenty of adventures,

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